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Dr. Mark Van Ess, DO

Dr. Mark Van Ess, DO

Ear, Nose, and Throat*
20+ years of experience

Dr. Mark Van Ess, DO is a head & neck surgery otolaryngologist in Springfield, MO and has over 20 years of experience in the medical field. Dr. Van Ess has extensive experience in Otologic Conditions & Procedures. He graduated from Kansas City University College of Osteopathic Medicine in 2003. He is affiliated with medical facilities Mercy Hospital Joplin and Mercy Hospital Springfield. He is accepting new patients.

4.3 Star Rating
Based on 15 reviews 4.3 Star Rating (15 reviews)

Practice

1229 E Seminole St Ste 520 Springfield, MO 65804
(417) 820-5750

Dr. Van Ess is a Healthgrades Choice provider in Ear, Nose, and Throat

The Healthgrades Choice designation helps you understand the most important factors to consider when choosing a healthcare professional. This designation is earned based on four set standards.
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  • Above average experience
  • Good hospital quality
  • Good patient ratings
  • No healthcare sanctions
  • Area of Expertise
    Dr. Van Ess specializes in the area of Facial Plastic Surgery. • See board certifications
  • Explains Conditions Well
    Patients said this doctor explains conditions well. • See reviews
  • Hospital Satisfaction
    Patients said they were highly satisfied at this doctor's hospital. • See hospitals
  • Trustworthy
    Patients said this doctor is trustworthy. • See reviews
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Dr. Van Ess' Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Van Ess

4.3

15 ratings, 7 with a written review
5 Star
80%
80%
4 Star
0%
0%
3 Star
7%
7%
2 Star
0%
0%
1 Star
13%
13%

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What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Jeanie – Nov 14, 2024
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
1 person found this helpful
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Mike N – Nov 28, 2022
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Staff wasn't friendly
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
Helpful
Sep 25, 2020
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
3 people found this helpful
Helpful
Kate – Dec 14, 2018
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
3 people found this helpful
Helpful
Linda Short in Warrensburg – Dec 10, 2017
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
4 people found this helpful
Helpful
David Hundley in Springfield, MO – Mar 18, 2017
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
9 people found this helpful
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Rebecca York in Ash Grove, MO – Dec 18, 2015
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About Me

biography

Dr. Mark Van Ess, DO is a head & neck surgery otolaryngologist in Springfield, MO and has over 20 years of experience in the medical field. Dr. Van Ess has extensive experience in Otologic Conditions & Procedures. He graduated from Kansas City...read more

  • Ear, Nose, and Throat

  • Neurotology

*Healthgrades does not verify qualifications for medical specialties. Please verify your provider's specialty and qualifications directly with your provider and applicable medical board.

  • Sarasota Memorial Hospital

    Fellowship Hospital, 2009

  • The Silverstein Institute

    Fellowship Hospital, 2009

  • Freeman Hospital

    Residency Hospital, 2008

  • Via Christi Medical Center

    Internship Hospital, 2004

  • Kansas City University College Of Osteopathic Medicine

    Medical School, 2003

  • Grand Valley State University

    Undergraduate School, 1999
American Osteopathic Association®
American Osteopathic Board of Ophthalmology & Otolaryngology®
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Facial Plastic Surgery
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Dr. Van Ess is a Healthgrades Choice provider in Ear, Nose, and Throat

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    Locations

    Practice

    Mercy Clinic Ear Nose And Throat-E. Seminole1229 E Seminole St Ste 520 Springfield, MO 65804
    1
    Mercy Children's Hospital Springfield1235 E Cherokee St Springfield, MO 65804
    2

    Affiliated Hospitals

    • Mercy Hospital Joplin

      100 Mercy Way
      Joplin, MO 64804
      Recipient of 4
      hospital awards

      How patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.

      82%
      Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

      2% lower than the national average

      76%
      Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well
      View all patient feedback

    • Mercy Hospital Springfield

      1235 E Cherokee St
      Springfield, MO 65804
      Recipient of 23
      hospital awards

      America’s 50 Best Hospitals for Surgical Excellence Award™ (2023)

      Superior clinical outcomes in surgical care across 15 of the most common in-hospital surgical procedures including cardiac, vascular, joint replacement, prostate, spine, and gastrointestinal surgeries

      View all awards

      How patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.

      84%
      Patients said they were given information about recovering at home
      75%
      Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

      1% lower than the national average

      View all patient feedback
    Learn more about how Healthgrades measures Hospital Quality